Which of Following Is Not One of the Socializing Functions

question 259

Multiple Choice

Which of following is not one of the socializing functions of peer groups mentioned in the text?

• A) They provide an objective measure against which individuals can evaluate their own traits and abilities.
• B) They reinforce appropriate behaviour.
• C) They reinforce all that their parents taught them.
• D) They punish deviant behaviour.

---

Definitions:

Distributional Errors

Mistakes in the allocation or distribution of resources or data that can lead to skewed results or inefficiencies.

Performance Appraisals

A systematic evaluation of an employee's job performance and productivity in relation to established criteria and organizational objectives.

Contrast Errors

A type of evaluation error that occurs when an employee's assessment is based on a comparison with another employee rather than on individual performance standards.

Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scale

A method used in performance appraisal that links specific behavioral patterns with specific performance ratings to ensure objectivity and fairness.